|| My Quipper Experience ||

Hi, welcome back to my blog! Online classes are about to start soon and I have received a few requests to make a blog about my experience on using Quipper. I know that this may seem new and some might be overwhelmed by the new practice of teaching and learning but, don't worry about it because I will share about my experiences and insights on it to shed some light for those who are first-time users to help you understand what it is and how it can work for you. I hope this can be helpful for all the starters using this online learning platform. Happy reading!

|| What is Quipper? ||

It is an Online Learning Platform and Video which supports students and teachers in many countries. Quipper is an education technology company that provides e-Learning, coaching, tutoring, and assessment services for K-12 in Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Mexico. The company's primary service is an online learning management system, which is used in different ways in each country where it operates.

|| How Can I access Quipper? ||

Quipper can be accessed through app, which is available for Iphone and android. You can also access it via internet site to save you some storage space if you don't want to download it. Although, I would recommend downloading the app on your phones so that you can be notified immediately if there are any new lessons or quizzes that need to be answered or studied. It is a very useful and handy app especially for online learning, it is not that complicated to use and it doesn't consume a large amount of space so you don't have to worry about it eating away your storage space.

|| How does Quipper work? ||

Through the different educational apps that I have encountered, Quipper is one of the most useful and effective apps for learning. I have been using Quiper for my online classes ever since I was in second-year high school. It makes learning and passing assignments a whole lot easier especially if your subject teachers would opt to use this platform for your online classes.

Now, I'll be giving you a quick tour on how Quipper works for those who are new to this platform.

Each subject has their own class code. What is a "class code"? Basically, it serves as password or code in order for a student to enter a certain class. Once you have entered the class code, you will be notified if you have any assignments or lessons that need to be viewed or answered. The teachers will be the ones to give out their class code for their subject. Where can I put in my class code? Once you have received it, you proceed to your profile and click on the "class list" and at the bottom you enter your class code. The "class list" is where you can see the number of classes you are enrolled in and the number of students per class.

TIP#1: Once given the class code, enroll yourself immediately so, you will be kept updated on the latest assignments or lessons. There are instances where the subject teacher would have already posted a few assignments in your "to-do list".

|| Quipper Icons ||

I don't know the exact name for these but I refer to them as my "Quipper icons". What are these icons for? These are the different parts of Quipper that organizes your assignments or lessons that need to be done, messages from subject teachers, overdue assignments and more.

Now, In your home page, you will be able to see the to-do list, videos you have recently watched on Quipper, courses and your class activity scoreboard. What is the "to-do list"? It consists of all the lessons and assignments posted by your different subject teachers. Each task has a timer set to it, this will serve as the number of days left until the deadline is reached. Here is an example of what it looks like:

The day and month indicated is the deadline date of the assignment & shows how many topics, lessons, or assignments are contained in it. When you have accomplished the task, you will be able to see your score percentage out of 100%. Now, when you're done you have the option to review and redo the quiz or leave it as is, the first-take will be the score that is going to be recorded. A crown icon will appear if you have perfected the task but, receiving a check mark means you have not achieved a perfect sore.

What I love about Quipper is that teachers can upload their PPT presentations, lesson guides, and short videos to help explain to the students the content of a certain lesson. If you've chosen to watch the video, it will appear in your home timeline under "continue watching" to help you keep track of the videos you have watched without having to go through each lesson just to look for it. You can also download the guides and PPT presentation for easier access when studying for an upcoming test.

TIP#1: Make sure to complete the given task before the deadline so that it will not be marked or submitted as late. Overdue and completed works can be found in the "to-do list" icon. It is better to have it done and passed early rather than having to wait for work to pile up and be forgotten.

|| Types of Quipper Tests ||

There are three types of Quipper tests. There is the exam type, the quiz type and the essay type. 

•  Exam Type

In the exam type of quiz, you will not be able to see how much you have scored and if the answers you have picked are correct or wrong. Once you have submitted the test, you cannot retake it again as it is an exam. You will be notified of your score by your subject teacher. 

• Quiz Type

The quiz type of exam allows you to see whether you have picked the wrong or correct answer after clicking the "next" button, after the quiz has been completed you will immediately see your test results and how many times you have taken the test. 

• Essay Type

The essay type is meant for writing essays, the subject teacher will hand you the link for it. It is still a part of Quipper but the option to open it is not present in the site not unless you have been given the link or address. It is similar to the exam type in terms of submitting and receiving of the score. The word count and mechanics with the overall total can be seen upon opening the essay or document.

TIP #1: If ever there is a power outage or issue in regards of the internet, Quipper automatically saves your data. You would not have to worry about having to start from the beginning or losing track of your answers. Quipper also carries an offline mode or feature, this is very handy especially when encountering weak internet connection. I have not tried the offline feature yet but it was explained that you can access that by loading at least the first page of that course or assignment.

TIP #2: Having a hard time answering? No worries, you can jump from one question to another  by looking through the number of test questionnaires on the right side of the test or on the app. If you have not submitted the test yet and is unsure of your answer you can always go back and answer it, this is only applicable on exam types and essay types.

|| Advantages of Quipper ||

Now, let's move on to the advantages of using and having Quipper. I have written these based on my experience on using Quipper for almost three or four years. I added this part to give a fresh perspective to those who are new to this E-learning app.

1.  Easy Access to Notes

• The ppts and study guides are only one download away. This makes studying and learning a whole lot easier since the files can be accessed anywhere at anytime. It is very handy and useful since I don't have to worry about where and how I can make notes to use for studying.

2.  Offline & Online mode available

• Have internet connection issues? You don't have to worry because Quipper does not eat up that much data while you answer your test questions, it also has a feature known as the "offline mode". This particular feature is a big help especially when the signal strength is not as strong or if it constantly fluctuates. Quipper has downloadable content which makes studying offline easier although stable internet connection is needed in order to fetch the content from the server.

3.  User-Friendly

• The app is simple and easy to use. It does not have complicated functions that would take forever to try and understand. It can easily be mastered in less than 30 minutes.

|| Conclusion ||

Quipper is one of the best apps that I have encountered that helped me deal with online classes. It is easy to use and to understand. Studying and taking notes became a whole lot easier since ppts, videos, and study guides are attached to the lesson for me to better understand it. The app helps me keep track the assignments that I need to do and when I need to pass it. I love how they added an offline feature to cater to those who find it hard to receive stable internet connection. Overall, I would rate the app 8/10 for its service and user-friendless.

I hope this will help you understand and see the benefits of using this app. Constructive comments & suggestions are always welcome. I will be posting again sometime soon this week, don't forget to follow my socials to be kept updated on the latest. See you until then!

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|| Go-to Apps ||

||𝔾𝕠-𝕥𝕠 𝔸𝕡𝕡𝕤||

Hi, welcome back to my blog! For today's blog I will be talking about Apps. What kind of apps? Since, most of the classes and assignments will be done online, I thought why not recommend a few apps to use for students of all sorts. In this way, you can find easier ways to make, manage, and store your files. The apps I will be showing you can be found mostly on google play,

they are a big help to me and I hope they can help you out as well.

||𝒲𝓇𝒾𝓉𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝒜𝓅𝓅𝓈||

Now, here are some apps I use especially when I don't have my laptop with me (which is almost all the time). They'll be of good use especially when you need to make a rushed report/essay. They're easy to use and don't take up much of your storage space in your phone. The best part is that they can work online & offline!

1. Word App

This app works exactly like the Microsoft app in your laptop. It has the same functions and uses as seen in your Microsoft Word computer app or laptop, so learning your way around it will be no trouble at all. You can access your PDF and word documents here with ease and can also convert it to PDF or Word. The fun thing about this app, aside from being able to be used online & offline, the app allows you to send in your files via email or upload it to google drive for easier access. It makes typing on your phone easier, faster & better.

2. WPS

If Word Document is not to your liking, then you can download this alternate app, WPS. It has the same functions as Microsoft Word app and is easy to use. It is lighter in terms of taking up phone storage. You also have the option to share and convert files in this app.

3. Google Docs

Next on my list is Google Docs. Do you have a research paper or a group essay to work on but can't meet up? Worry not for Google Docs is the solution. It has the same functions as Microsoft Word which makes it easy for everyone to use. The only difference is that you and the group can simultaneously write and edit a word document online through this app for as long as you send in the right google docs link. It does not take that much of your internet data since you will only be typing in one area or document. The app will automatically save your process, so having to save it every few minutes will no longer be necessary since it automatically saves the contents. 

||𝐹𝑜𝓇 𝒱𝒾𝒹𝑒𝑜 𝒫𝓇𝑒𝓈𝑒𝓃𝓉𝒶𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃𝓈||

Next up, apps for presentations. Dealing with online classes will not only mean written works but as well as performance tasks that require video editing, visual presentations, and many more. Here are a few of the apps I can claim as my best weapons.  They're easy to use & free. There are in-app purchases for some, which are optional, but they will not affect the quality of the app and its different uses.

1. Inshot

This is one of my favorite apps to use when editing my videos and animations. You can add your own downloaded music with ease, edit the speed for each video/photo, add texts, edit the shape or size of your frame, and more. The app also can handle editing collages and photos, the options it carries are what you'd normally see when using Picsart. The fun thing about this app is it allows you to edit the quality between three options. The inshot logo is not visible when I use full or if I use white background on the different frame choices. Overall, this app is 9/10 and would recommend it if you don't want to spend time downloading video editing apps on your computer or laptop. It's good for beginners and simple video editing tasks.

2. Social Video Downloader

Need to download some videos online for free? This app might just do the trick. This app allows me to download any video from Youtube without any hassle. The progress for downloading usually depends on the weight of the file. Downloading songs or short videos only takes about three to five (3-5) minutes. Although, before you can download it you have to watch a 30-second ad but other than that it doesn't crash or require your personal data to download. This app has been a great help to me especially when I need to add sound effects to my video presentations.

3. Intromaker

Need a cool intro for your youtube video or video presentation? Intromaker has got you covered, this is by far one of my favorite apps to use especially when I don't have time or energy to make my own intro. This can be a great touch when making your videos, they have a selection of different themes to fit your video presentation. The graphics and quality are surprisingly good. They have two different choices to choose from in regards of video quality. The downside of this app is that some of the themes are to be paid for but it still offers a lot more free & creative themes for you to use.

4. Super Sound

This is one of my all-time favorite editing apps for music or sound, aside from having a lot of tools and uses, it caters to the basic needs such as editing sounds, merging audio and converting mp4 to mp3. This makes adding audio to any video presentation a whole lot easier.  The fun part is that there is no limit to how many sounds or songs you can edit, mix & match and convert on the app. It's free and so, far I have not experienced any annoying ads or crashes, 10/10. This is what I have been using to edit my background music. It is hassle-free and processes the sounds fast and in good quality. I would recommend this to anyone who needs or wants to add a bit of music or to boost up the energy in their video presentations.

||𝐹𝑜𝓇 𝒫𝒽𝑜𝓉𝑜 𝐸𝒹𝒾𝓉𝒾𝓃𝑔||

Here are some apps that come in handy when you need to edit photos or make collages.

1. Piscart

When I want to make my photos feel creative, I would go onto this app. This app has a lot of effects, stickers, and useful tools when it comes to editing photos or making them into collages. What I like about Picsart is that it has a lot of free tools that come with it. It is my go-to app when I want to add special effects, lighting or to add adjustments to my photos. Although, there are some in-app purchases, it will not affect the quality of your work. After finishing it, you have the option to save it or to share it to your social media accounts. Overall, it has the basic needs for editing photos and it is easy to use even for beginners.

2. Canva

This is similar to Picsart but it focuses more on collage-making than just editing photos. It comes in handy when you need to make a quick poster or a cute logo. It has a lot of themes to choose from depending on what you might need. The designs are cute and they are not blurry or low quality. It produces good has different options depending on what type of format you would like to use for your photo. There are in-app purchases but it does not affect the quality of your edited photos.

3. Add text

Not liking the selected text options for your work? This app might just do the trick. It has a large assortment of text styles to choose from. You can edit its color, size, and add special effects to bring it out even more. It is a free app with no in-app purchases whatsoever and free from annoying ads and unwanted app crashes.

That's it for now, I hope this will help you during your online classes! Feel free to drop comments and suggestions about this blog post. I'll be posting again sometime this week.

-𝓓𝓪𝓵𝓪𝓷𝓭𝓪𝓷